More Alike Than You Think
More Alike Than You Think
Podcast Description
More Alike Than You Think is a narrative-driven interview podcast from PEAK Parent Center's Project POWER team that highlights the everyday lives, dreams, and identities of young adults with disabilities. By centering authentic, personal stories, the podcast invites listeners to see disability not as a limitation, but as one facet of full and complex human lives.
Through candid conversations, we explore topics such as friendship, independence, work, love, mental health, and the small details that shape who we are. We aim to reframe the way people understand disability—not by ignoring it, but by showing the full humanity of the people who live it.
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The podcast focuses on themes such as friendship, independence, work, love, and mental health, aiming to enhance awareness of disability by showcasing the everyday experiences and diverse identities of young adults. Episodes like those featuring guests Lucia and Will, Maya and Rodolfo, and Lilly and Sabrina address what support looks like for them and their aspirations, providing insights into their lives and perspectives.
More Alike Than You Think is a narrative-driven interview podcast from PEAK Parent Center’s Project POWER team that highlights the everyday lives, dreams, and identities of young adults with disabilities. By centering authentic, personal stories, the podcast invites listeners to see disability not as a limitation, but as one facet of full and complex human lives.
Through candid conversations, we explore topics such as friendship, independence, work, love, mental health, and the small details that shape who we are. We aim to reframe the way people understand disability—not by ignoring it, but by showing the full humanity of the people who live it.
In this conversation, one of our YAC members Sabrina shares her journey of living with a disability, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy, personal growth, and the support of family and friends. She discusses her daily life, aspirations for the future, and her desire to help others as a marriage counselor. Sabrina also highlights the significance of acceptance and understanding in the context of disabilities, encouraging listeners to embrace their uniqueness and pursue their goals.
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